Spring is in the air, and the busy buzzing of student learning greets everyone entering Walton County School District! Although students’ learning experiences were markedly different than last year, they met the challenge head-on resulting in an increased graduation rate of 92%! This increase throughout the District placed us at a State District Ranking of 18th.…up from 29th! Mr. Hughes says he is “proud of the work teachers are doing to ensure students receive rigorous instruction and the tenacity of students who meet instructional expectations.”
At the beginning of each new year, educators and support professionals recognize a teacher leader and an educational support professional who best exemplifies E.P.I.C. (Excellence-Professionalism-Innovation-Collaboration) instruction and teamwork. The selected individuals will represent the Walton County School District as Teacher of the Year (T.O.Y.) and Educational Support Professional of the Year (E.S.P.) in State competition. District winners for 2020-21 are: T.O.Y., Ms. Leslie Coone, third-grade teacher at Mossy Head School, and E.S.P., Ms. Tanya Durham support staff of Dune Lakes Elementary. Congratulations to both ladies!
Walton High School students participated in the first virtual Solo and Ensemble event on February 5, 2021. This event, hosted by the Florida Vocal Association (F.V.A.), brought together 12 schools and 123 students to showcase their musical skills virtually. EVERY ONE of the Walton High School Singers who participated in the virtual District 1 Solo and Ensemble competition EARNED THE TOP RATING OF SUPERIOR! Congratulations, Walton High Chorus!
Preparing the whole child for a life of success is an integral part of every student’s learning journey. Whether a child’s life path includes higher education, artistic creativity, or industrial employment Walton County School District seeks to meet each child’s career aspirations. The month of February is nationally recognized as Career and Technical Education Month by the Association for Career and Technical Education (A.C.T.E.). This time of recognition of C.T.E. provides educational institutions an opportunity to celebrate the value, achievements, and accomplishments of C.T.E. programs across the country. Career and Technical programs in school districts and state colleges prepare the future of Florida’s workforce. Walton County School District C.T.E. courses allow students to receive certifications in fields of interest. This month, a group of Freeport Middle School 8th grade students taking Digital Information Technology courses passed the Certified Internet Web (CIW) Internet Business Associate (I.B.A.) exam, profitable for careers in Business, Management & Administration Information Technology. South Walton High School C.T.E. students in the Medical & Health Science Institute practiced nursing skills while those in the Culinary Institute practiced safe food preparation. Career programs allow students to enter the workforce with marketable skills immediately after graduation.
WCSD is excited to announce the South Walton High School’s boys’ and girls’ soccer teams won their Quarter Regional Finals competitions. The wins mean both teams are advancing to the Regional finals matching up against Jacksonville Bolles School. Congratulations to our young men and women on this accomplishment!
Preparing for your child’s future is a huge task, and WCSD is committed to helping you meet the educational goals you have set for them. Every young person’s educational journey begins when they have registered for Kindergarten, and this opportunity is approaching. WCSD Kindergarten Registration begins March 1 – March 12, 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at all Walton County Elementary Schools. Any child who will be five (5) on or before September 1, 2021, is eligible. Parents interested in enrolling Pre-K children may register their child at the school of choice beginning March 22 through April 1, 2021. For more information and documentation requirements, visit the Walton County School District Website.
February was Black History Month, and Walton County School District saluted the many influential African American contributors to our United States History by posting their accomplishments on our webpage. As a bonus, our District’s diversity was celebrated with short biographies of District African American educators. Visit www.walton.k12.fl.us to view these highlights.
March 11, 2021 is the end of the third nine weeks grading period. The District looks forward to enjoying Spring Break beginning March 15-19, 2021. Report Cards go home Thursday, March 25, 2021, after students have returned from the break. Remember to speak with your child’s teacher(s) often. Teachers are available by email and phone messaging. Continue to be vigilant; stay safe over the break!
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